Fotodiox 42" Collapsible Drone Launch Pad

Fotodiox 42" Collapsible Drone Launch Pad | Portable Drone Accessory

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Take off and land your drone or RC aircraft safely with this FotodioX 42" Collapsible Drone Launch Pad | Portable Drone Accessoryfrom FotodioX. This launch pad collapses to just 16" in diameter and comes with a zippered case for easy travel. Once you're ready to takeoff, all you have to do it take it out of the case. The launch pad springs to shape automatically, giving you a sizable 42" diameter pad that's suitable for everything from micro drones to hexcopters. It's made from waterproof material so it's ideal for outdoor use on grass, sand, concrete, or anywhere you want to ensure the safety of your drone.

For Drones and RC Aircraft Provides a Clean & Smooth Launching Pad Springs Open to 42" in Diameter Waterproof Material for Outdoor Use Ensures Downdraft Doesn't Kick Up Debris Provides a Target for Return to Home Helps in Practicing Manual Landings Collapses to Just 16" in Diameter Includes a Zippered Travel Case

Parameters
Diameter	Opened: 42.0" / 106.7 cm Closed: 16.0" / 40.6 cm
Weight	1.0 lb / 16.4 oz
Packaging Info
Package Weight	1.15 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	15.1 x 15.1 x 2.4"

This 42" launch pad ensures that your aircraft has a clean and flat surface to both land and take off from. This can provide you with a host of benefits over the exposed ground:

Prevents downdrafts during takeoff from kicking up dust and debris that can damage the drone or camera gimbal

Gives you a landing site free of exposed rocks or debris that can damage the gimbal or landing gear

Ensures roots or other debris won't get caught or tangled in landing gear or rotors

Some drones utilize their camera to take an image of the ground to help provide a more accurate landing when using the Return To Home function. The 42" launch pad from FotodioX breaks up the monotonous image of grass or concrete with its large yellow "H", helping to increase your drone's ability to pinpoint its home location.

The 42" launch pad allows you to hone your piloting skills by practicing manual landings.

The launch pad has three loops that let you secure the launch pad to the ground with stakes (not included).

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. does this come with carry bag as shown?

A: Yes, the Hoodman Drone Launch Pad for DJI Mavic/Spark (2' Diameter) includes a carry bag.

Q: 2. Are the lenses of the Inspire 2- X7, compatible with the new X9?

A: Both drones can use the DL 24 mm, 35 mm, and 50 mm lenses (Inspire 2 with the X7). But the Inspire 2's 16 mm lens is not compatible with the DJI Inspire 3 Drone.

Q: 3. Hi, what is the zenmuse x9 photo and video bit depth ?

A: The Zenmuse X9-8K Air Gimbal Camera has a Bit Depth of the following: Photo color depth:DNG:16 bit, JPEG:8 bit Cinema DNG:16bit encoding ProRes RAW:12bit encoding ProRes422HQ:10bit encoding H.264:10bit encoding Note: IN3 without H.265 encoding

Q: 4. Can the Avata 2 be flown with controllers other than the RC Motion 3?

A: The DJI Avata 2 FPV Drone can also be used with the DJI FPV Remote Controller 3, B&H # DJFPVRC3.

Q: 5. Is there a parachute available for the DJI inspire 3?

A: Dear Customer, DJI Inspire 3 currently does not have a parachute. Should you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact our DJI support at http://www.dji.com/support, we are always here to help. Best Regards, DJI Support

Q: 6. Will this be large enough for a DJi Mavic Pro 2?

A: Yes it will be large enough.

Q: 7. Does B and H have any photos from the X9 in 45mp stills mode? Can't find anything about its photo capabilities.

A: No, B&H does not currently house 45-megapixel photos from the DJI Inspire 3 Drone with the Zenmuse X9-8K Air Gimbal Camera.

Q: 8. Does it come with the controller?

A: This DJI Avata 2 FPV Drone is just the drone, it does not include a controller. For a bundlke that includes goggles and a controller there's the DJI Avata 2 FPV Drone with 1-Battery Fly More Combo, B&H # DJAVATA2FMC1.

Q: 9. Anybody know how much this weighs??

A: I have the 5 ft model it is 5k I am very happy with itAnd wouldn't want it any larger I fly an inspire2Cheers

Q: 10. does dji air 3 have remote id?

A: Yes, the DJI Air 3 Drone Fly More Combo with RC 2 is Remote ID compliant.

Gary S	23/08/2024
[1.15 lb] I struggle each time trying to figure out how to fold this back up in its carrying case so that may be on me but this the drone LOVES this thing and accurately lands on it every time! Love this thing! 5

Christopher	22/08/2024
[1.15 lb] Don't let the price intimidate you. This thing is very well built with quality materials. The best part is that it doesn't need to be staked down. It has a very nice weight to it and stay wherever you drop it. If the wind blows this thing around then it's too windy to be flying your drone. The cheaper ~$20 launchpad I bought from a popular online retailer was immediately packaged up and returned within minutes of receiving this hoodman one in the mail. Night and day difference in quality. As far as folding them up.... It's a challenge to learn. There is a good YouTube video for it. Once you've done it a few times it easy. The hoodman folds up the same as the cheaper ones. However, the hoodman is easier. It doesn't seem to fight you as much during the folding process. 5

jacob	14/08/2024
[1.15 lb] I use this with a Phantom 4 and Inspire 2 -- I'm not sure it provides any added safety such as alerting pedestrians or visibility to helicopters and airplanes that a drone is nearby, but it does protect the drone/gimbal/camera from gravel and debris. 5

Paul	11/08/2024
[1.15 lb] My recommendation to anyone buying a drone is to buy a hoodman launch pad at the same time. 5

Ron	06/08/2024
[1.15 lb] We are using this for our homade drone that is approximately four foot square and 50lbs of thrust . The material is nice and heavy the weighted perimeter works perfectly and will not move during takeoff or landing. Makes your landing area very visible from far away when flying fpv at distances. A bit expensive in my opinion but it is very high quality. Fold easily with a bit of practice. Will definitely protect all cameras from being sandblasted. 5

Martin	11/07/2024
[1.15 lb] You can instal on Any surface, IT stay there 5

Paul	21/06/2024
[1.15 lb] Makes for a great, clean & dry take-off landing site. Quality const I find it so easy to take-off and land in my hand that I hardly ever use it though! 5

Daniel	18/06/2024
[1.15 lb] The build quality of this pad and its carrying bag are impressive, and the weight really helps keep it planted. As others have said it's awkward to fold back up at first, but if you can fly a drone you can get the hang of it, I promise! It's a little small for my Mavic 2 Pro, but totally doable. I mainly use it for my Mavic Air, and it fits along with the drone and all batteries/accessories in one small messenger bag. 5

Richard T	16/06/2024
[1.15 lb] I have seen that some people have trouble putting away the pad. Well I found that when you uppack the pad, go slow and pay attention to how it unfolds and do that process in reverse. I know that when you get in a rush of excitement to fly your Drone, sometimes you don't observe thing's as you do when you take your time. I found that instead of trying to fold your pad, twist it on each side where your hands are, one goes clockwise the other counterclockwise, also pull your hands out, then in mid twist push in. If you do it correctly the pad will easily go in the case. So you have the fully opened pad, ○ pull each hand at the same time -- -- then quickly twist, when you have a ○○ roll it together. I hope this helps. Cheers! 5

Robert	08/06/2024
[1.15 lb] I took the Mavic 3 Pro to Iceland and found it to be perfect for the conditions. The launch pad included in the DJI Fly More package was a waste of money. It is flimsy and it is too small. The Hoodman is weighted around the periphery and is 24 in width which is perfect. No need for pounding stakes into the ground. It stayed tight on the ground in the windy weather and protected the drone from the fine Icelandic sand that would have ruined the motors and gimbal. There are good online tutorials about how to fold the pad up for storage. Highly recommend! 5